I'm in the market for a new bandsaw (have none currently), with a budget of $550. I was almost set to pull the trigger on a Grizzly G0555LANV and decided to look around on Craigslist where I found this Delta 28-475X up for sale. It's a 2HP variant and looks to be in excellent condition - owner says tires and blade guides (blocks) are still good. Can anyone speak to this saw? Which would you go with (or any others)? Thanks for the tips.
Grizzly saw: http://www.grizzly.com/products/14-Deluxe-Bandsaw-Anniversary-Edition/G0555LANV
Delta saw: https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/tls/d/delta-rockwell-bandsaw-14-wood/6391964014.html
I'm aware I can't get new parts for the Delta any more, but I have a family member with a similar Delta saw that was willing to donate his fence so if that fits, it's one less difference between the two. It seems the Delta might have a more rigid and larger table, bigger motor, better dust collection, and a wheel base, whereas the Grizzly has cast iron wheels, roller guides, and a manufacturer's warranty (and I would be the first owner).
I'm not against buying used, but I'm not a mechanic with a midas touch that can turn a rust heap into a beautiful piece of precise machinery (not that this is that). I can do basic stuff. I've had one person suggest I replace the block guides with roller guides from Carter - would this be a worthwhile investment?
Grizzly saw: http://www.grizzly.com/products/14-Deluxe-Bandsaw-Anniversary-Edition/G0555LANV
Delta saw: https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/tls/d/delta-rockwell-bandsaw-14-wood/6391964014.html
I'm aware I can't get new parts for the Delta any more, but I have a family member with a similar Delta saw that was willing to donate his fence so if that fits, it's one less difference between the two. It seems the Delta might have a more rigid and larger table, bigger motor, better dust collection, and a wheel base, whereas the Grizzly has cast iron wheels, roller guides, and a manufacturer's warranty (and I would be the first owner).
I'm not against buying used, but I'm not a mechanic with a midas touch that can turn a rust heap into a beautiful piece of precise machinery (not that this is that). I can do basic stuff. I've had one person suggest I replace the block guides with roller guides from Carter - would this be a worthwhile investment?